James Mirembe Washington County Runner of the Year (2025) | Championship-Winning Distance Runner | Maryland XC Champion

I am a championship-winning distance runner and scholar-athlete currently training and competing in the United States after developing my athletic and academic foundation in South Africa.I compete in cross country and track while maintaining a 3.97 GPA with AP coursework. I was named Washington County Runner of the Year (2025), Maryland XC Champion, Varsity Cross Country MVP, and earned multiple first-place finishes at the county, conference, and state level.I continue to pursue long-term excellence with discipline and intention—training with elite methodologies, prioritizing biomechanics, recovery, and consistency, and holding myself to the same high standards in academics and leadership. My goal is to contribute immediately to a university community through performance, humility, and sustained growth.

Press interview below By Sports Journslist Daniel Kauffman Herald Mail dkauffman@herald-mail.com

Athlete Features & Highlights

I was featured in the Saint James School Sports Journal in recognition of my performance and leadership as a varsity student-athlete. The feature highlighted my dedication to training, academic excellence, and contribution to the school’s athletic culture, particularly through cross country and multi-sport participation.

I was recognized as Man of the Month at St Alban’s College for excellence in academics, athletics, and leadership. This honor reflected consistent performance, discipline, and positive contribution to the school community.

Receiving the Man of the Month award at St Alban’s College in recognition of academic excellence, athletic performance, and leadership.